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Hancock's charisma and provocative storytelling draw viewers into a false sense of wonder, but his selective use of evidence undermines credible archaeological understanding. Milo describes Hancock as a "dark Bill Nye" — a charismatic personality who sells a narrative that appeals to those feeling betrayed by mainstream academia and science. This appeal creates an echo chamber where supporters dismiss objective evidence and accept theories rooted more in mysticism than fact.